2001 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Milan. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 404 kg more than 2011 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Milan. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Grand Caravan | Milan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |